Job ID
- 65313
- Category
- PD Operations and Quality
- Location
- Chennai, India
- Work Type
- Hybrid

In this role, you will design and develop engineering tools, automate simulation workflows, and support propulsion and vehicle-level analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions for automotive R&D;, with a focus on fuel economy and system optimisation
- Develop and maintain engineering tools using MATLAB, Simulink, and scripting (M-code):
- Design and implement automated workflows for simulation, validation, and reporting:
- Perform vehicle and propulsion system-level analysis, including fuel economy prediction and optimisation
- Analyse simulation and test data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
- Validate tools for accuracy, robustness, and usability:
- Document tool design, assumptions, and usage guidelines
- Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering methods and processes

Technical Skills

Must-Have:




- Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and M-scripting:
- Experience in tool development, automation, or simulation workflows:
- Good working knowledge of C/C++ programming:
- Experience in data analysis and engineering problem-solving

Valuable-to-Have:
- Python scripting for data analysis or automation
- Experience with fuel economy modelling or optimisation:
- Knowledge of vehicle systems (powertrain, thermal, controls, etc.)
- Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices

Behavioural Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and documentation abilities
- Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience
- Self-driven with attention to quality and detail
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
- Experience in automotive R&D;, simulation, tool development, or validation
- Exposure to model

📌 Lead Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 Chennai